Library
Barbara Goldin, Director
General Responsibilities and Duties
Edwards Public Library serves the people of Southampton, MA and is a member of the MLS Massachusetts Library System.
Meetings (Library Trustees)
Please check MyTownGovernment website to confirm a meeting.
Contacting the Library
Library Website: www.southamptonlibrary.org
Library Hours: Monday,Wednesday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Friday 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Email: edwards@cwmars.org
Phone: (413) 527-9480
Mailing Address:
Southampton Library
30 East Street
Southampton, MA 01073
Members of the Library Trustees
| Position | Name | Term Expires |
|---|---|---|
| Teresa Barton | 2019 | |
| Donald Bernier | 2017 | |
| Maxine Brodeur | 2018 | |
| Kathy H. Dahler | 2018 | |
| Faith Harrison | 2018 | |
| Candace McDougall | 2017 | |
| Jeanne Murray | 2019 | |
| Lucinda Palmer | 2019 | |
| Debra Pinsky | 2019 | |
| Linda Saltmarsh | 2017 | |
| Chair | Beth Russell-Smith | 2017 |
| Convoy Stahl | 2018 |
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The first Friends of the Edwards Public Library (FEPL) meeting since June is TONIGHT, 9/20/18, at 6:30pm! Love books? Love your library? Get involved! Even a little bit of you, will go a long way toward a healthy library.
Friendly reminder: Jessica McConnell will be teaching a course TONIGHT, Thursday, 9/20/18 at 7:00pm on...RAVELRY.
What's Ravelry? If you are a knitter or crocheter, you may want to find out! Call the library for more information.
See what's new this week at the Edwards Public Library at:
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There are four new bestsellers, eight new movies, two new audiobooks, 12 new children's books, and 14 other new books.
The new bestsellers this week include "Juror #3," "Shadow Tyrants," and "The Forbidden Door: A Jane Hawk Novel." The new movies this week include "Won't You Be My Neighbor?," "Deadpool 2," and "Adrift."
The Southampton Community Cupboard is our town's food pantry. It provides supplemental food to those in need with discretion and compassion.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
With the help of an 'angel' we will be having monthly raffles. When you bring in a non-perishable donation (including personal care and pet food!) to the library, you will get a raffle ticket. The next drawing is on September 24th! Thanks to our angel and to Tractor Supply for your donation.
TONIGHT at 6:30pm! Don't miss the Book Launch of Lori Szepelak's "Visits with Mom". Revive your sense of possibility and lift your spirit with an inspirational evening on the power of love.
The Return of: LEGO CLUB!
Tuesday, October 2nd at 4:00pm
This month's challenge is LEGO PYRAMIDS. Can you Lego like an Ancient Egyptian?
Lego Club is for kids 6 & up or younger with a grown-up. We will meet the first Tuesday of the month for the school year.
See what's new this week at the Edwards Public Library at:
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There are two new bestsellers, one new audiobook, 19 new children's books, and one other new book.
The new bestsellers this week are "Unhinged: An Insider's Account of the Trump White House" and "The First Love."
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Slate Painting Workshop! Join Art teacher Leslie di Curcio Marra on Tuesday, September 25th at 6:30pm. Space is limited so please call 413-527-9480 to reserve your place.
See what's new this week at the Edwards Public Library at:
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There are 14 new bestsellers, three new movies, 41 new children's books, and 20 other new books.
The new bestsellers this week include "Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas: From the Creator of Captain Underpants," "Educated: A Memoir," and "The Fall of Gondolin." The new movies this week are "Book Club," "American Animals," and "Shock and Awe."
Is your 8-11 year old a budding author or illustrator? Do you want to support their desire to take a pen to paper and create? Consider our Creative Authors and Illustrators group! Educator Jennifer Delozier will lead the group on 4 Saturdays in October at 11:30am. Call the library to sign up or for more information.
The Library will be closed on Monday, September 3rd in honor of Labor Day. What's are we commemorating on Labor Day? Read about it at your local library!
The September Book Club selection for the Edwards Public Library is "Warlight" by Michael Ondaatje. We extend an invitation to all to attend this discussion on Tuesday, September 25th at 1:00pm. Copies are available at the Main Desk. New and occasional members are always welcome!
See what's new this week at the Edwards Public Library at:
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There are one new bestseller, three new audiobooks, six new children's books, and 12 other new books.
The new bestseller this week is "When Life Gives You Lululemons."
Spend an inspirational evening with local author Lori Szepelak as she debuts her 3rd book, "Visits with Mom". Life your spirit and open your heart to what is possible! Thursday, September 13th at 6:30pm.
See what's new this week at the Edwards Public Library at:
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There are three new bestsellers, 15 new movies, two new audiobooks, two new children's books, and 11 other new books.
The new bestsellers this week are "Texas Ranger," "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind," and "My Year of Rest and Relaxation." The new movies this week include "The Rider," "Life of the Party," and "Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest."
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